No, you are not alone...and a very big, loud YES...for me it was the next part of the withdrawal. I absolutely did not care about anything that went on outside my house. I did not want to leave it, and when I had to all I thought about was getting back. I would not answer the phone, and would not talk to anyone who called or came. I avoided everyone but my husband and kids. I did not care about anything but them. The world could have crashed around me and would not have mattered. The anxiety and depression was overwhelming. Finally I had to go on Wellbutrin, slowly. I had real struggle with this decision and did a whole lot a praying to try to make this decision. After Effexor, I did not ever want to be on anything again. But I was in a black hole and could not find my way out...again I blame this all on Effexor. The Wellbutrin has really made a difference for me, but I cannot help but think I would not have to be on this if not for Effexor...but at the same time I am feeling more like myself...and I really liked that person so that is a good thing. I decided I had to to what I had to do to get a clear head so that I could make clear decisions for myself and my family. Also I am trying to pursue a lawsuit against the makers of Effexor, and that really gives me the drive I need to succeed.

Good luck and may God bless you and give you strength.